FOOD AND FEED SAFETY RISK ANALYSIS PROCESS

This process flowchart shows the FSA’s risk analysis process which is one of the ways we will ensure that the high standard of food safety and consumer protection we enjoy in the UK is maintained when the UK leaves the EU.

01. Risk Identification
02. Preliminary activities to determine whether action is appropriate
03. Problem formulation to agree scope of risk assessment and other evidence required
04. Identification of approaches to gather and analyse evidence
05. Production of risk assessment and analysis of evidence
06. Quality assurance by Chief Scientific Adviser and/or Scientific Advisory Committees
07. Risk assessment and other evidence presented to risk managers
08. Analysis of risk management options based on risk assessment and other legitimate factors
09. FSA Advisory Forum on Food and Feed
10. Risk managers develop advice based on available evidence and AFFF opinion
11. FSA consult Board if necessary
12. FSA considers Board recommendations where appropriate and finalises advice

RISK COMMUNICATION

We will embed effective risk communications mechanisms, ensuring interactive exchange of opinions and options throughout the process. We will provide clear explanations of risk assessment findings and the basis of risk management decisions, using effective, evidence-based and outcome-focused methods to communicate with consumers, industry stakeholders and other interested parties.

KEY

- Risk management
- Risk assessment
- Publication point